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What kind of alternative medicine(s) are used/accepted in the us for musculoskeletal problems?

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Dr. Steven Hill answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Depends: It depends on what type of musculoskeletal disorders you are talking about - many people use glucosamine chondroitin for osteoarthritis, homeopathic remedies exist for leg cramps, people use otc magnesium for muscle cramps.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 6/4/2014

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